The Town with Matthew Belloni
The RingerPuck founding partner Matthew Belloni takes you inside Hollywood, using exclusive reporting and insight to explain the backstories on everything from Marvel movies to streaming wars. Multiple times each week, Matt will touch on what is getting made and why, who is winning and losing, and what people in show business are actually talking about.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 566 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Society & Culture | |||
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Matt is joined by Puck contributor and box office guru Scott Mendelson to recap the year in moviegoing, give his take on the general disappointment in domestic box office performance, and hand out awards like Surprise Hit of the Year, Surprise Miss, ... more
Matt is joined by Bloomberg’s Lucas Shaw to ask their most burning questions for Hollywood in 2026, including whether another strike is imminent, how NFL rights negotiations will affect the shows and movies made for streaming, what types of movies Da... more
Matt is joined by Puck media correspondent Julia Alexander to recap the year in streaming, and hand out awards for Streamer of the Year, Most Disappointing Streamer, Show of the Year, Biggest Surprise Hit, and highlight the most interesting trends in... more
Matt is joined by Bloomberg’s Lucas Shaw to discuss the big Christmas weekend at the box office, including the big ‘Marty Supreme’ win and Sydney Sweeney’s box office bounce. Then they dive into Lucas’s recent Bloomberg survey polling 700 industry ex... more
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- Sinnerman!
Amusing and informative weekly listen.
Started listening in April 2025 on the episode about Sinners.
Matt’s perspective was a revelation, and did not age well, but revisionist history aside, I enjoy the courage of the conversation. More Franklin Leonard!
Apple Podcasts5Brother Imhotep
United Statesa month ago - Not a journalist
Mr. Bellini is not a journalist; he is a bitter opinion host. He seems more concerned about receiving complaint calls from Studio PR reps, and ensuring he gets invited to all the Hollywood premieres, parties, and festivals. It’s evident that he wanted to work in Hollywood but couldn't make it. Listening to his interview with Rotten Tomatoes was quite embarrassing. He needs to move on; no one cares about his biased and sycophantic reviews. The disrespect he displayed during the interview only hig... more
Apple Podcasts1Integrity in JournalismUnited States2 months ago - Unnecessarily hostile
Matt Belloni is one of the most obnoxious hosts I’ve ever had the misfortune of listening to. Just listen to his interview on Apple TV and how he continues to shout at the guest for no logical reason. You can be a hostile interviewer and still show decorum - not shouting every 5 seconds and refusing to let the guest speak. This will be the last episode I listen to.
Apple Podcasts1FleavalUnited States3 months ago - Ari on Trump
Love show…but how dumb to encourage a leader who renames a department the department of WAR. Then uses the national guard to
Terrorize US cities. Please ask Ari about that and PEACE!! Pathetic
Apple Podcasts5FPurbanAdvisorsUnited States3 months ago - Why does Matt hate women?
It’s so consistent that it’s weird. Such a shame.
Apple Podcasts2EE204United States3 months ago
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Spotify | #26 | United States/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #44 | United States/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #67 |  Canada/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #92 |  United Kingdom/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #92 |  Australia/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #142 |  Italy/Society & Culture |
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Insight into Hollywood's intricacies is at the core of this podcast, featuring exclusive reporting and sharp commentary on the entertainment industry. Topics frequently explored include the evolution of Marvel movies, the dynamics of streaming wars, and the shifting landscape of traditional media as new players emerge. The host engages with a variety of expert guests, providing unique perspectives on significant developments such as corporate mergers, film education, and audience engagement shifts, making it a critical resource for those interested in the entertainment sector. Moreover, the candid banter and confrontational style of the host contribute to the show's distinct flavor, attracting listeners who appreciate directness and analyti... more
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